Support Greene County Extension During Give Ozarks - May 5

The first-ever Give Ozarks day is May 5. Our goal for the day is $10,000 so every gift counts! Every dollar given will help support Greene County Extension programs like Master Gardeners, Master Naturalists and 4-H, as well as extension programs dealing with agriculture, nutrition, family development, community development and business development. Make online at: https://giveozarks.org/2015/greene-county-extension.

Time for a Soil Test

See our "Soil Test Central" section to learn how to collect your soil sample for a quality soil test from Greene County Extension. A soil test can save you lots of money -- whether or farm, have a garden, or want a quality lawn -- and it also helps the environment.

Master Gardener Plant Sale

The Master Gardeners of Greene County will host their 18th Annual Plant Sale, 7:30 a.m. to noon or until items sell out, Saturday, April 25 at the Botanical Center at Nathanael Greene Park, 2400 S. Scenic. Master Gardeners will be on site to assist with your purchases and answer questions. Visit www.mggreene.org/plantsale to see updates, or call 881-8909, ext 320 for more information. Cash, checks or credit / debit cards accepted. Plant Sale Flyer (PDF)

Potting Shed University

Mondays | February 9- April 27 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. A series of 12 diverse garden topics for you to hone your skills to become a better gardener for years to come. Learn more online. | Informational flyer (PDF)

Fun 4-H Events

Searching for Century Farms

The search is on for farms that have remained in the same family for over 100 years! You must complete an application to earn Century Farm status. Then in Greene County, accepted farms will be honored at our "Salute to Century Farms" event on Monday, Sept. 28. Read more.

Area Agriculture Programs for 2015

Non-Profits Unite!

The Greene County Extension Council is proud to be a member of CARES Magazine and the local non-profit community. Greene County Extension was profiled in the March issue of CARES. You can also register to volunteer with area non-profits on the CARES website.

2014 Annual Report Available

The 2014 Annual Report for Greene County Extension showcases the impact of extension programs and why it is important to residents of Greene County. Download a copy to read today. Annual Report (PDF).

Master Gardeners Annual Report

Officers of the Master Gardeners of Greene County published their first chapter annual report showcasing the highlights of 2014 for this active organization. MGGC Annual Report (PDF)

Young Sprouts in the Garden

Children are invited to participate in hands-on experiences that will educate them on gardening and nature. The 8th Annual Young Sprouts in the Garden event is for children ages 3 to 8. It will be held at the Springfield Botanical Gardens, 2400 S. Scenic, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 16. Young Sprouts Flyer (PDF)

Missouri Directory of One-Room Schools

The first edition of the "Missouri Directory of Historic and One-Room Schools" is available for download. Written by David Burton of MU Extension and Jennifer Kervian of Joplin, the publication has details on about 50 schools in Missouri. Owners or groups who want to add their school to the directory can do so using this form. Purchase your own copy today: Mo Schools Directory PDF

Ag News & Views Newsletter

New to Greene County is the "Ag News & Views" monthly newsletter with content from area MU Extension specialists relevant to landowners and agriculture producers of all types. Check it out under the "newsletter" link at right or here.

New Expert Guide

Our regional "Expert Guide" has been updated for members of the news media and others who are looking for an expert to conduct a program or serve as an expert. Expert Guide (PDF)

Employee Training and Professional Development Programs

If your business regularly offers programs for employees, as part of ongoing professional development or as an employee incentive plan, these local University of Missouri Extension specialists can offer affordable research-based educational programming. Read more | Video | See Course List

Help with your lawn and garden

Assistance: Master Gardeners of Greene County staff our gardening hotline and can be reached by calling 417-881-8909. Read more.

Planting Guide: First time gardeners and seasoned professionals can benefit from the “Vegetable Planting Calendar” guide. Read story.

Soil Test: Bring in your soil and make sure you don't waste money on your lawn, garden or field. Soil Test Brochure (PDF). For more information, including a video on how to collect a sample, see our "Soil Test Central" page. Soil test gift certificates are available and make a great gift for any gardener or environmentally conscious person.

Using social media in disaster recovery

An updated 30-page publication that gives best practices and suggestions for using social media in a community following a disaster. These guidelines come from the first-hand experience of volunteers Rebecca and Genevieve Williams and MU Extension specialist David Burton who built Facebook communities following the Joplin (2011) tornado and the Branson (2012) tornadoes. This guide is now recommended by FEMA and available for purchase on Amazon.

Greene County Extension Brochure

This tri-fold brochure offers a general overview of the programs and staff accessible through the MU Extension office in Greene County. The brochure was created by Spring 2014 intern Vicke H. Kepling. Greene County Extension Brochure (PDF)

No Other County Office

The local Greene County Extension Council leads an office and program that is part of county government. In fact, the local MU Extension office offers some unique services in Greene County. Learn more

Greene County Extension Publications

Learn the details about Greene County Extension making some of its most frequently requested program publications available for download and sale online.

Newswriting for Community Leaders

"Newswriting for the Non-Journalist" is a guide to help community leaders and volunteers with media releases and media relations. This popular book from Greene County Extension is now available for purchase online.

Community Discussion About Fireworks

Does your community want to discuss the sensitive issue of fireworks and how to develop community policies regarding the sale and use of fireworks? It is a sensitive topic but Greene County Extension has a discussion guide that was developed in 2005 for that reason. This guide has helped numerous communities decide how to best deal with fireworks. Discussion Guide Research - Total Package (PDF) | Tri-fold Community Discussion Guide (PDF)

Media releases and Contacts

PAST MEDIA RELEASES: Southwest Missouri News provides timely articles from the past 90 days about MU Extension programs in the region and informational articles from specialists located in southwest Missouri. The same information is also shared on the Southwest Region News Blog.

MEDIA CONTACT LIST: A complete list of MU Extension specialists in southwest Missouri has been complied for use by members of the news media. Give one of our specialists a call when you are working on a news story. Specialists Can Answer Media Questions (PDF)

Thank our corporate sponsors

Contributions from these businesses and organizations have helped to maintain MU Extension programs in Greene County during 2013. Learn more about our corporate sponsorship program at Corporate Sponsorships. Our current sponsors include: